Propulsion Test Technician (m/f/d)

OHB SE; Augsburg; Vor Ort; EUR 45.000 - 65.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

A leading space technology company in Augsburg is seeking a Propulsion Test Technician to support propulsion hot-fire campaigns. This position requires hands-on experience in test operations and knowledge of fluidic processes. The ideal candidate should possess higher education in Aerospace or Mechanical Engineering and have the ability to operate industrial manufacturing machines. The organization promotes an international environment with flexible working hours, health benefits, and an inclusive company culture.

Leistungen

Flexible working hours

1 day per week home office

30 days annual leave

Health app access

Company events

Free parking

Qualifikationen

• Experience with assembly manuals and hardware assembly processes.
• Willingness to travel and work flexibly around test and launch sites.
• Calm and confident communication even in high stress situations.

Aufgaben

• Operate and technician during propulsion hot-fire campaigns.
• Manage engine assembly processes and upgrades to test hardware.
• Perform hardware reviews to evaluate performance of test articles.

Kenntnisse

Operating industrial manufacturing machines (lathe, mill, drill, saw)

Understanding of fluidic processes (pneumatics, hydraulics)

Hands-on experience in test operations

Fluent in English

Ausbildung

Higher education or apprenticeship in Aerospace, Mechanical Engineering or related discipline

Tools

Instrumentation (pressure, temperature, piezoelectric, strain gauge, load cells, flowmeters)

Jobbeschreibung

At Rocket Factory Augsburg (RFA) we have one goal: create low-cost, flexible and reliable access to space. We specialize in the creation of small launcher solutions designed for deploying satellites into Low Earth Orbit (LEO) and beyond. Together with you, we want to revolutionize space services and help enhance life on Earth. Sounds interesting? Then join our journey and be part of the team leading the New Space movement in Europe!

For temporary employment of 24 months Rocket Factory Augsburg AG in Augsburg is looking for a

Propulsion Test Technician (m/f/d)

Our international and agile team is searching for a motivated person to work as Propulsion Test Technician (f/m/d). You enjoy working in a dedicated, dynamic and international environment that aims for high performance engineering solutions in aerospace technology? Then apply for us.

Your Tasks

• Serve as in the field test operator and technician during all propulsion hot-fire campaigns
• Take responsibility of engine assembly processes and in-situ upgrades to the test hardware
• Test integrated engines to determine acceptability for flight
• Assembly, Integration, troubleshooting and commissioning of mechanical, electrical, pneumatic and hydraulic systems
• Perform hardware reviews to evaluate the performance of test articles and stand systems (operations, quality, structural, fluids, electrical).
• Find innovative ways to create, review, and optimize testing processes/procedures to increase test system capability and cadence.
• Manage the execution of projects within extremely short timelines
• Align resources to accomplish key objectives, assign clear accountability for important objectives
• Create and maintain technical documentation

Your Qualifications

• Higher education or apprenticeship in Aerospace, Mechanical Engineering or related discipline
• Experience in operating industrial manufacturing machines such as lathe, mill, drill and saw
• Willingness to travel and work flexibly around RFAs test and launch sites
• Experience with assembly manuals and hardware assembly processes
• Understanding of fluidic processes such as pneumatics and hydraulics
• Beneficial: experience with instrumentation: pressure, temperature, piezoelectric, strain gauge, load cells, flowmeters
• Hands‑on experience in test operations preferably for propulsion projects
• Fluent English oral and written (all day‑to‑day activities are performed in English) Self‑independent, a structured way of working and committed to working in a fast‑paced and dynamic environment
• Calm and confident way of communication even in high stress situations

We offer Atmosphere: Experience life in an international & dynamic New Space start‑up
Flexibility: Fit your working schedule to your needs with flexible working hours
Home Office: Full‑time employees benefit from 1 day per week home office
Health: Sweat, stretch or squat it out with WellPass, a training app which connects you to thousands of gyms and studios
Paid Time Off: 30 days annual leave and special leave days
RFA Family: Join our regular company and team events and become part of the RFA family
Parking: Free parking for your car and your bike

This is the perfect opportunity to take on an exciting new challenge and be part of the leading private company in the new European space race. You'll get to work with over 300 employees from more than 44 countries and have the opportunity to accelerate your professional and personal development.

Ready to make history with us?

Apply now! We're looking forward to receiving your application in German or English.

Rocket Factory Augsburg AG
Human Resources

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